Jennifer Lopez is undeniably the hardest working woman in show business.

Shortly after wrapping season 3 of her hit NBC reality competition series, ‘World of Dance,’ the diva jetted across America on the wildly successful ‘It’s My Party’ tour.   Upon its completion she hopped right into promo mode for the highly-anticipated flick, ‘Hustlers’ (in theaters September 13). Tackling radio, Web, and television, Lopez has left no stone unturned as she’s visited ‘Good Morning,’ ‘Michael, Sara, & Keke’ to Buzzfeed, ‘Variety,’ and more in the movie’s support.

Most recently blitzing through her hometown of New York City to dish on the Lorene Scafaria-directed female empowerment film, the 50-year-old was reduced to tears as hosts praised her performance.  In addition to addressing the overwhelmingly positive reviews, she responded to rumors of Oscar buzz and those pesky Super Bowl 2020 murmurs (which she only heightened with her recent NFL endorsement seen here).

Look below to see highlights from J. Lo’s crazy week:

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Despite generating fan frenzy, a critically and commercially acclaimed reunion tour, and highly viewed reality show since the announcement of the reunion of 90’s R&B girl group, Xscape, member Kandi Burruss remained quite vocal about not wanting to record a new album.

Her decision (and subsequent scheduling conflicts due to Broadway) left the quartet’s remaining members – Latocha, Tamika, and Tiny – to pursue new musical ventures as a trio (as we reported here).  In the time since their 2018 ill-fated EP’s release, the ladies have also gone on to explore solo music and television outings – much to the dismay of fans who continued calls for new music from the whole group.

Over a year later, after accepting the Urban Music Icon Award at this year’s Black Music Honors (hosted by Letoya Luckett and Rickey Smiley), Burruss confirms the reception from the audience – as well as pressure from her mother, Joyce – has encouraged her to put aside her hesitation to record new music.

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At this point we’re convinced Ciara just needs to teach a masterclass on what it means to ‘level up.’

When not collecting awards for everything from music to philanthropy (click here to watch her acceptance speech at this year’s Black Girls Rock!), the R&B diva’s stunning on red carpets, blazing stages, or hosting award shows and TV specials like Nickelodeon’s forthcoming ‘America’s Most Musical Family’ (click here to read more).

Now, not even a month after being announced as the face of Kohl’s latest campaign, Cici’s partnered with IPSY to act as the glam brand’s newest ambassador.

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December 20 marks the date the star-studded film adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Weber‘s Broadway classic ‘Cats’ pounces into a theater near you.

Starring Taylor Swift, Jennifer Hudson, Jason Derulo, Idris Elba, James Corden, Rebel Wilson, and many more familiar names, fans of any of the aforementioned can expect to see much of them in the coming months hitting the promo trail in support of the Tom Hooper-directed flick.

The latest in a string of visuals to that point comes in the form of a behind the scenes teaser released Monday (September 9).  Highlighting the fancy feline footwork of the film’s stars, the clip shows the work that went into conditioning the actors for their portrayals of cats.

 “If you told me I was going to get to be a cat, for work? What?” Swift gushed of her role of Bombalurina.

Castmate Corden echoed the sentiment:

“You’re gonna take a load of people, and they’re going to pretend to be cats,” he says in the new teaser. “Like, if you just say it out loud, it’s bonkers. But that’s where the most fun happens, really.”

See the magic inside:

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The response to ‘Never Really Over’ and ‘Small Talk’ – the first two singles from Katy Perry‘s forthcoming, yet-titled sixth studio album – may be signals her career is on the up-and-up after the dismal ‘Witness’ era,  but with peaks of #15 and #81 respectively on the Hot 100 their respective streaming and digital sales performances remain modest at best.

Yet, while she is reportedly hard-at-work on ‘Talk’s follow-up, the Charlie Puth-penned ‘Harleys in Hawaii,’ fans are the ones doing the most surfing – namely of the collage of hits from her heyday.

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Chance The Rapper recently announced the birth of his second child Marli, and is now seizing the moment to put family first.

As reported, the MC has been gearing up to embark on ‘The Big Day’ tour in support of his debut album of the same name.

However, he’s revealed that he’s postponing the trek to focus on daddy time.

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With B2K back on the scene, so too are the dramas that have long followed the group.

And while other members have spoken up and out, whether it be to the press or on reality TV, the group’s lead Omarion has been pretty much mute. Notably showing up, turning up, then tuning out.

Now, O is sharing his take on the ‘Millennium Tour,‘ the possibility of new music from the group, and much more.

During the visit to ‘Sway In The Morning,’ the 34-year-old also spoke on issues with his former label, his upcoming solo music, and starting his own label – Omarion World Wide.

Check out the interview below:

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Malik Yoba has been the center of many-a-hot-debate over the week since speaking out about his attraction to all women, including transgendered women (click here to read).

While fielding some criticism and homophobic jokes, the overwhelming commentary around Yoba’s admission has been positive as he was applauded for his bravery – especially as a man of color – for making such an announcement.  However, just days after the ‘New York Undercover’ star’s confession, a Facebook post made by a transgender woman named Mariah Lopez Ebony went viral after she alleged the now-51-year-old actor paid to have sex with her 20 years ago.

The issue?  She was only 13-years-old at the time. Details below:

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Miley Cyrus lays her emotions bare on new single ‘Slide Away’ – the video for which premiered moments ago.

The song, which she debuted live at the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards, comes on the heels of the end of her marriage to Liam Hemsworth. 

For its visual, she’s seen trying to navigate her new circumstance after a love gone wrong.

Needless to say, she’s not shying away from her real-life narrative.

Watch the video after the jump…

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After frighteningly close brush with death, Demi Lovato has been using the year since the incident to work on mind and body. And she’s celebrating the latter in all its flawless beauty.

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What do Lizzo, Camila Cabello, and Billie Eilish all have in common? Well, first is that all three managed to nab a #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 over the last three weeks. Consecutively succeeding each other.

Second is that they deservingly share the cover of ELLE magazine’s annual Women In Music Issue.  

The stunning features, all lensed by Yvan Fabing, spotlight the ladies in their prime time shine and sees them discuss a variety of topics including body positivity, romance, and the gruelling nature of the business.

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This Autumn will see screens across the UK turn a shade of blue, because Rapman‘s cinematic debut officially hits cinemas in November.

The online sensation, who enjoyed breakout success with ‘Shiro’s Story,’ has paired up with Paramount for ‘Blue Story.’

Hotly anticipated, the action-packed picture tells the tragic tale of a friendship between Timmy and Marco, two young boys from opposing post/zip codes.

Despite their different backgrounds, they form a friendship; one which ends up tested in earnest.

Per Rapman, the film draws on his real-life upbringing and he says his aim is to inspire today’s youth to steer clear of gang life. Because there are consequences.

Check out the first look trailer below…

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